More James Te Huna

Biography

TRAINING: I train two to three times a day, consisting of sparring, ground work, stand-up and strength / agility.

When and why did you start training for fighting? I grew up watching Bruce Lee movies as a kid. My father and his side of the family liked to brawl a bit too so I was eventually going to fall into it. I started boxing when I was 14.

What ranks and titles have you held? CFC Light Heavyweight world champion, ISKA MMA Australian Light Heavyweight champion

Do you have any heroes? My family and friends. We're a tight bunch, and we all help each other.

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? The UFC is the pinnacle of MMA, and I'm looking forward to the challenge against the elite athletes in this sport.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? No

What was your job before you started fighting? I was working as a Bricklayer

Favorite grappling technique: I love my takedowns

Favorite striking technique: Right uppercut

• Brother Tama fought professionally from 2003 to 2005, compiling a 3-1 record

• Three wins by submission, 10 by KO

• Has won 10 of his last 15. Seven of last nine wins by KO

• In most recent pre-UFC bout, on 8/21/09, knocked out UFC vet Anthony Perosh at 2:21 of the first round.